2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 887 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Lucerne | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 730 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |